Harry needs answers. His life has just taken an unusual turn, where people he thought were enemies are now unlikely friends. So he returns to the place where he first looked for answers and what he finds causes him even more stress. He is now more lost then before. How you supposed to confront a man you hated for seven years, when you know you once called him 'Mummy?

One sentence. That's all it takes to change the course of history, as Snape soon learns after an Occlemency lesson. 5th year AU. Abused!Harry. Mentor/guardian. No slash. M for graphic rape. DON'T LIKE, DON'T READ.